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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to participate in classes online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions have to deal with now that online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding need for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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